Since then, Khan has had problems with his family and seen his marriage to Faryal Makhdoom publicly breakdown on social media, but the 2004 Olympic silver medalist has now vowed to put his personal troubles behind him and return to the ring.

"Can't wait to get back in the ring, where I belong," Khan said. "I apologise to all my fans for not being active for a year.

"I want this more than anyone. Time to make my come back, right to the top where I belong."